phagocytosis Flashcards by sameeha sikdar | Brainscape

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what are phagocytes?

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white blood cells that are produced continuously in the bone marrow

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what are the two types of phagocytes?

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neutrophils
macrophages

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what is the role of phagocytes?

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to recognise and engulf pathogens - this is known as phagocytosis (a n on specific immune response)

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